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respite
noun
verb
A pause from doing something (as work)
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ˈɹɛspɪt
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noun
A pause from doing something (as work)
“We took a 10-minute break”
noun
The act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment
noun
An interruption in the intensity or amount of something
noun
A (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort
noun
A pause for relaxation
“People actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests”
verb
Postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution
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We took a 10-minute break
He took time out to recuperate
People actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests
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